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  1. JerseyHen

    Processing Day Support Group ~ HELP us through the Emotions PLEASE!

    A box cutter is a great idea. I was considering a scalpel, but the handle might be slippery in the wrong conditions, but they are designed for cutting skin and come in disposables.
  2. JerseyHen

    Processing Day Support Group ~ HELP us through the Emotions PLEASE!

    I think the cut is best made rather close to the head just to either side of the trachea. I cut both sides to make it faster. Again, you did a really great job, especially when considering the circumstances. That is one finely dressed out bird! So, roast, potpie, fried? Or you could let hubby...
  3. JerseyHen

    Processing Day Support Group ~ HELP us through the Emotions PLEASE!

    I know it was one of the hardest things I have ever done, so hesitation is to be expected. It doesn't get easier, but you will be better at it the next time. Depth is important and you don't want to have to recut if you can avoid it. I botched one and had to go back in to get the artery. It was...
  4. JerseyHen

    Processing Day Support Group ~ HELP us through the Emotions PLEASE!

    That is an excellent first go!!! It took me a long time the first time and mine didn't look nearly as good as that! We did 6 that day. By #6 we were down to 15 minutes. I did have a second set of hands though. The knife has to go through those feathers and the skin and it is very loose. The...
  5. JerseyHen

    Processing Day Support Group ~ HELP us through the Emotions PLEASE!

    I love this heating pad idea. I might have to figure out a way to put my brooder outside by my outlet so I can give this a try this spring.
  6. JerseyHen

    Processing Day Support Group ~ HELP us through the Emotions PLEASE!

    Amazing! She could have an online blog! I would follow it for sure.
  7. JerseyHen

    Processing Day Support Group ~ HELP us through the Emotions PLEASE!

    Well, you be sure to tell her that she has a fan club now and that we look up to her. Grit, that is what she has! She should write a how to do it manual, I bet she has tons of tips that would benefit many.
  8. JerseyHen

    Processing Day Support Group ~ HELP us through the Emotions PLEASE!

    Your mom is my new hero! Go mom!
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